Never cold call…😬

I was taught never to cold call on students. This year I started cold calling (except kids with explicit IEP/504 saying don’t) and it’s AMAZING. Engagement is higher, energy is higher, kids are enjoying class more. I teach 9th ELA this year. Last years class was crickets 🦗 and this year kids are really engaged.

So this begs the question. Do you cold call? What are your thoughts on doing it vs not?